When I reread Little Women for the first time as a mom, I thought, "I want to be a mother like Marmee." As I finish up the series now (my first time reading Little Men and Jo's Boys), my desire to be like Marmee has grown a hundredfold. May we be courageous, virtuous mothers who teach our children to be courageous and virtuous! I see Meg, Jo, Amy, their children, and the children they helped raise and amazed by the legacy that Marmee's motherhood has left behind. Thank you for this beautiful reflection.
Little Women is one of my "forever stories," a timeless favorite! When I was little Jo was obviously my favorite (and I still adore her) but as a young woman I feel much more drawn to Meg and Amy's stories. Amy especially, because of the transformation she undergoes, from a bratty little girl to an artistic, elegant yet selflessly kind young woman. I only realized the impact Marmee's home education had on Amy's life when I grew up. When I was younger I sympathized with Amy against the villainous Mr. Davis who humiliated her in front of her classmates. But now I see the deeper heart issue in trading limes for popularity with her friends in the first place. Little Women and it's timeless lessons!
Yes, I agree! Having only seen the movie at first, I didn’t really like Amy. But reading the book has changed my perspective on her entirely. I think she is my favorite now, although I love them all!
When I reread Little Women for the first time as a mom, I thought, "I want to be a mother like Marmee." As I finish up the series now (my first time reading Little Men and Jo's Boys), my desire to be like Marmee has grown a hundredfold. May we be courageous, virtuous mothers who teach our children to be courageous and virtuous! I see Meg, Jo, Amy, their children, and the children they helped raise and amazed by the legacy that Marmee's motherhood has left behind. Thank you for this beautiful reflection.
I felt the same way ❤️ she is a beautiful role model
Little Women is one of my "forever stories," a timeless favorite! When I was little Jo was obviously my favorite (and I still adore her) but as a young woman I feel much more drawn to Meg and Amy's stories. Amy especially, because of the transformation she undergoes, from a bratty little girl to an artistic, elegant yet selflessly kind young woman. I only realized the impact Marmee's home education had on Amy's life when I grew up. When I was younger I sympathized with Amy against the villainous Mr. Davis who humiliated her in front of her classmates. But now I see the deeper heart issue in trading limes for popularity with her friends in the first place. Little Women and it's timeless lessons!
Yes, I agree! Having only seen the movie at first, I didn’t really like Amy. But reading the book has changed my perspective on her entirely. I think she is my favorite now, although I love them all!
Spot on!